Ventnor Exchange marks a decade of cultural contributions on the Isle of Wight
Later this month, Ventnor Exchange will celebrate a milestone anniversary, marking ten years as one of the Isle of Wight’s most vibrant cultural spaces. Founded by a group of young Ventnorians, Ventnor Exchange set out to create a permanent home for the Ventnor Fringe Festival. Over the years, it has blossomed into a year-round destination […]
West Wight and Cowes to host Creative Island’s next Town Conversation events
Creative Island continue their series of informal gatherings aimed at bringing together the Island’s vibrant creative and cultural community. These gatherings, known as Creative Island Town Conversations (formerly known as Hubs), provide a platform for individuals involved in creative and cultural work to connect, exchange ideas and explore new opportunities for collaboration. The sessions encourage […]
Young talent shines at Isle of Wight Young Artist Award 2024
Last weekend saw the launch of Brave Island’s annual Isle of Wight Young Artist Award. Now in its third year, this competition has grown year on year, with a record number of entries for 2024. A gallery full of young talentThis year’s event showcases the creativity of 41 young artists whose artwork is currently on […]
Unleash your creativity every Thursday at B41 Creative – A free event for artists and creators
This October, Creative Island is excited to reveal a new partnership with B41 Creative at Building 41 in Cowes. The collaboration brings a free weekly event aimed at providing a supportive environment for creatives of all kinds. Whether you are pursuing personal projects or professional work, this initiative offers the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself […]
Creativity meets culture at Ryde Art Collective exhibition across multiple venues
Culture meets creativity at an inspiring new exhibition by The Ryde Art Collective (TRAC) across three venues on the Isle of Wight. Via Vitae: Quarr Abbey – An Artistic Response, brings together a group of diverse artists to explore the history and significance of Quarr Abbey. A fresh perspectiveFrom 12th to 24th September 2024, this […]
Discover creative collaboration opportunities at Dimbola’s next photography meetup
Creatives working in photography, both in traditional and digital formats, are invited to attend a networking event on Thursday, 19th September 2024, from 6-8pm at the Dimbola Museum and Galleries in Freshwater. The event is free of charge and open to visual artists and videographers who are looking to connect with others in the field. […]
Creatives invited to join cultural conversation in Sandown
As has been seen over previous months, Creative Island is taking a proactive approach to supporting the cultural community on the Isle of Wight, and committed to holding a series of local conversations with creatives. The aim of these sessions is to discuss and listen to the unique challenges and opportunities facing the cultural community. […]
The Island gears up for the 2024 Isle of Wight Open Studios event
With less than a week to go, art enthusiasts across the Island are gearing up for this year’s Isle of Wight Open Studios event. From Friday, 23rd August to Sunday, 8th September, over 120 artists and craftspeople will open their doors to the public, offering a unique glimpse into their creative worlds. A brochure to […]
Isle of Wight Young Artist Award 2023: Brave Island and Quay Arts welcome young artists to showcase their talent
The Isle of Wight Young Artist Award is back for its third year, bringing an exciting opportunity for young creatives on the Island. Brave Island, in collaboration with Quay Arts, has announced the return of this popular competition following the success of the last two years’ exhibitions. Applications are now open, giving young aspiring artists […]
Isle of Wight artists called to explore media influence in upcoming exhibition
This September, Peer Studios in Ventnor will host a thought-provoking exhibition titled The Machine: Chapter 1 – Manufacturing Consent. Isle of Wight artists are invited to submit their work proposals for inclusion in this unique event. The influence of media on societyThe exhibition, inspired by Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky’s seminal work, Manufacturing Consent, […]
